Times of Israel: China privately pushing Iran to help rein in Houthis after Saudi appeal, sources say

According to the Times of Israel, Beijing is attempting to prevent the conflict from spreading across its vital import routes. This move follows the tightening grip of Houthi rebels on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which has further disrupted oil trade already reeling from the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Informed sources state that China, following repeated appeals from Saudi Arabia, has increased private pressure on the Islamic Republic of Iran to rein in the Houthis. Beijing is concerned that continued insecurity in this strategic waterway threatens its economic interests and energy supply chains. No further details regarding Tehran's official response to these requests from Beijing have been released.